23 m. ago Households told to put kitchen foil their in windows as soon as they can

There is a little known trick to keeping your house cool which needs only a £1.20 roll of tin foil - such as that sold in Asda as well as other supermarkets like Tesco, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Aldi.

Politics

32 m. ago 5 NHS tips for avoiding heatstroke as temperatures to hit 30C in Scotland

The health service has warned of the dangers hot weather can bring.

Events

58 m. ago Inheritance tax and the rise of ‘giving while living’: Smart ways to pass on wealth tax

With rule changes and frozen thresholds, more people are exploring financial gifting in their lifetime

Economics

73 m. ago Sadiq Khan accused of 'bleeding motorists dry' as cash grab Congestion Charge hike to cost drivers extra £80million a year

From January, drivers looking to drive into the charging area will pay £18 a day, up from £15 - with electric vehicle owners also liable to pay for the first time.

Economics

78 m. ago Oasis tipped for Knebworth return as 2026 offers flood in after reunion tour triumph

The band stunned fans last year when they announced they would play their first concerts in 15 years

Events

82 m. ago Anthony Joshua wants 'Rumble in the Jungle' as British star mulls over Jake Paul bout

EXCLUSIVE Anthony Joshua is considering a fight in Africa as he mulls over his next boxing opponent - which could be against social media star Jake Paul

Politics

87 m. ago Brit in Benidorm reveals £4.50 breakfast and pint combo is 'one of the best'

Benidorm is known for its beaches, lively nightlife and sunshine, with hundreds of thousands of Brits flocking there each year. One holidaymaker shares his favourite finds and tips.

Economics

1 hour ago The Trump administration has decided coal is female – here’s why | Arwa Mahdawi

What is really behind the US Department of Energy’s weird pronouncement on social media?Have you ever tossed and turned at night wondering what the correct pronouns are for a lump of coal? No, me neither. However, it seems someone at the US Department of Energy has devoted a few spare brain cells to this matter and decided that coal is a she/her.Co-opting a phrase adopted by the LGBTQ+ community, the official energy department X account tweeted on 31 July: “She’s an icon. She’s a legend. And she is the moment,” alongside a sparkling picture of coal. This comes as the Trump administration devotes considerable energy to making fossil fuels great again. The president has signed numerous executive orders aimed at “Reinvigorating America’s Beautiful Clean Coal Industry” and reversed Biden-era pollution regulations on coal-fired power plants. These plants, according to a 2023 report, killed at least 460,000 Americans over the past two decades. Deaths declined when the environmental regula...

Politics

1 hour ago Strictly Come Dancing fans declare 'best contestant' yet as Drag Race star confirmed for 2025 line

Ru Paul's Drag Race UK runner-up La Voix will be arriving on the Strictly dance floor in just a few weeks time

Sport

2 h. ago Alert issued over supplement taken by millions after 16 people hospitalised due to 'defective' tablets

Health officials have warned about the dangers of taking vitamin D supplements without medical advice after 16 people who took 'defective' ones bought online were left hospitalised.

Events

2 h. ago Serco hospital staff call off Forth Valley Royal strike as pay changes withdrawn

Support staff employed in roles including cleaning, portering and catering at the region's hospital had threatened a walk out over a proposed move from weekly to monthly pay.

Economics

2 h. ago 'He doesn't care!' – Marcus Rashford reveals why he was so 'angry' at Man United

Marcus Rashford has revealed how former Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho's approach to the game was a calming influence when the Portuguese icon first took over the Red Devils

Politics

2 h. ago Gary Lineker did not give his Match of the Day successors any presenting tips after he was sacked from the BBC

The 64-year-old left the corporation after sharing a pro-Palestine Instagram video featuring a rat emoji, with critics accusing him of promoting a well-known anti-Semitic slur.

Politics

2 h. ago Lloyds Bank introduces gamechanging new £300 rule for customers in UK first

Lloyds Bank has announced a UK banking first from August 26 - with customers set to reap the benefits. The new rule will allow customers to pay in cash at over 30,000 locations nationwide

Economics

2 h. ago Take the dread out of unpacking after holidays! Expert reveals how to declutter your case in 5 quick steps

I am committing one of the cardinal sins of unpacking, according to home organisation expert and founder of Pocket Storage, Max Wilson.

Politics

3 h. ago Manchester United tipped to replace Andre Onana with man who replaced him for just £5m

Man United are still open to signing a goalkeeper before the end of this summer's transfer window.

Economics

3 h. ago Director Paul Andrew Williams on returning to EIFF with intense new film Dragonfly: ‘Brenda Blethyn was up for anything’

Writer/director Paul Andrew Williams is back at the Edinburgh International Film Festival with a quietly gripping film starring Andrea Riseborough and Brenda Blethyn. Interview by Alistair Harkness

Politics

3 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing announces Ru Paul’s Drag Race star La Voix as seventh contestant for 2025 series

Cast so far includes ‘EastEnders’ actor, a TikTok star and football legend

Culture

3 h. ago Dolly Parton reveals how to cope with loss in heartbreaking message to Kelly Clarkson

Country music icon, Dolly Parton, has reached out to American Idol star, Kelly Clarkson, after the death of the singer's ex-husband, Brandon Blackstock, 48

Politics

3 h. ago A98 crash: Scottish family pay tribute to 'beloved' husband and son who died in crash with ambulance

Police have named the 36-year-old as Alistair J Stewart

Events